Book: A Guide to the Lanterman Act and I/DD Services in California
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This book is about the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (people also call it the Lanterman Act, for short) which was passed in 1969. This is the California law that says people with developmental disabilities and their families have a right to get the services and supports they need to live like people who don’t have disabilities. A Guide to the Lanterman Act was written for adults in California with developmental disabilities who get services and supports from regional centers
This book will help you:
- Learn about what the Lanterman Act promises you
- Be a partner with the regional center and other service providers when you make choices about your life
- Get ideas about how to get the services and supports you need